How to pronounce carter
Say it like KAR-ter. Carter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR).
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- KAR
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Carter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of carter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAH-tuh.
What does carter mean?
- Englishman and Egyptologist who in 1922 discovered and excavated the tomb of Tutankhamen (1873-1939)
- 39th President of the United States (1924-)
- someone whose work is driving carts
Where does carter come from?
From Middle English carter, cartere, cartare, equivalent to cart + -er.
Words that rhyme with carter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of carter.
Questions about saying carter
How do you pronounce carter?
Say KAR-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑrtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkɑːtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in carter?
Carter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR). Broken into parts: KAR · ter.
Is carter pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkɑːtə/ (KAH-tuh).